Vehicle for ridesharing and package delivery services and methods for using same

Abstract

An electric vehicle includes several features to improve ridesharing and/or package delivery services. The vehicle includes electric motor(s) and/or auxiliary system(s) disposed along or under the floor to increase the size of the cabin without increasing the overall size of the vehicle. The passenger seats are foldable and movable to provide a contiguous cargo space. The side door includes an integrally formed B pillar to provide a larger opening on the side of the vehicle when the side door is open for ingress and egress of both the driver and passengers. Each wheel includes an electroactive suspension system to tilt the vehicle in different directions to facilitate greater ease of ingress and egress and/or loading and unloading of cargo. The vehicle includes a user interface system to assist the driver with package delivery services. The vehicle also connects to a trailer that provides electric propulsion and active steering.

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